Reviews of Radisson Blu Caledonien Hotel, Kristiansand 4 stars
Vestre Strandgate 7, 4610 Kristiansand, Norway
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewPerfect location close to the art silo, pedestrian street and harbour area. Loved the decor and comfy seating in the reception area We had a great view from our room. And the bar on the top floor.
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGood location very close to the center and to the Kunstsilo and Filharmony. Excellent breakfast. Very nice rooms. Kind and smiling staff. Definitely recommended for anyone staying in Kristiansand.
Not much comes to mind. Perhaps the parking in front of the hotel should give discount to the hotel guests.
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe had a beautiful view on the harbor.
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExcellent breakfast, starting at 6:30, so it’s possible to grab a bite before heading to the ferry. Rooms are small but comfortable. Great location to access the ferry.
Everything’s was as expected
Dear Astrid, Thank you for your great feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed our excellent breakfast, especially the early start at 6:30 AM, which makes it convenient to grab a bite before heading to the ferry. We’re glad the rooms were comfortable and that our location suited your needs perfectly. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Astrid, Thank you for your great feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed our excellent breakfast, especially the early start at 6:30 AM, which makes it convenient to grab a bite before heading to the ferry. We’re glad the rooms were … Show more
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat breakfast. Was a nice room.
Dear Nicolas, Thank you for your positive feedback! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the overall stay. Especially the breakfast and that the room was up to your preferences. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Alexandra
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewRoom was clean, bed comfy, good view from balcony. Breakfast good.
Staff just weren't very present in attitude. Not very welcoming. I suppose typical global chain hotel?
Dear Alisa, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the room clean, the bed comfortable, and enjoyed the breakfast and the view from the balcony. We are sorry to hear that you felt the staff were not very attentive or welcoming. Your comments are important to us, and we will use them to improve our service. We strive to provide a warm and personal experience for all our guests, regardless of being part of a global chain. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and offer an even better stay. Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Alisa, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the room clean, the bed comfortable, and enjoyed the breakfast and the view from the balcony. We are sorry to hear that you felt the staff were not very atte… Show more
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFood, drinks
Nothing
Dear Tanyakarn, Thank you for your feedback! It's lovely to hear that you had a wonderful stay at the hotel. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the food and drinks as well. We look forward to welcoming you back! Best regards, Alexandra
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat breakfast
Dear Richard, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad you had a gret stay and enjoyed our breakfast. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Alexandra
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCleanliness, comfort of the room
Arriving to your room is quite convoluted, depending on the toom you are staying.
Dear Calin, Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of your room. We understand that the access to some rooms can be a bit complicated depending on their location, and we apologize if this caused any inconvenience. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back anytime. Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Calin, Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of your room. We understand that the access to some rooms can be a bit complicated depending on their location, and we apologize… Show more
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewFood, location, comfortable.
The hotel was having some problems with the cleaning staff and sometimes cleaning the room was being done too late.
Dear Yervand, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the food, comfort, and convenient location during your stay. We appreciate your understanding and honest feedback regarding the housekeeping delays. We are aware that there have been some challenges and are actively working to improve routines and staffing to ensure a more consistent experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future for an even better stay. Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Yervand, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the food, comfort, and convenient location during your stay. We appreciate your understanding and honest feedback regarding the housekeepi… Show more
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewA really nice hotel with a good location. The breakfast was absolutely amazing with so many different things to choose from! The drinks at the rooftop bar was delicious!
The bed was too soft.
Dear Michael, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you found our hotel to be the place to stay in Kristiansand. It’s great to know you appreciated the central location, the fantastic breakfast selection, and the delicious drinks in the rooftop bar. We’re sorry to hear that the bed was too soft for your liking. We understand that sleep comfort is very individual, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Michael, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you found our hotel to be the place to stay in Kristiansand. It’s great to know you appreciated the central locatio… Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe staffs were very friendly, room was clean, everything was functional. Breakfast was wonderful. Nice location, walkable to city center and shore.
Dear Lixin, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found our staff very friendly, your room clean and functional, and that you enjoyed the fantastic breakfast. It’s also great to know you appreciated our convenient location within walking distance to the city center and the coast. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Best regards, Alexandra
Dear Lixin, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you found our staff very friendly, your room clean and functional, and that you enjoyed the fantastic breakfast. It’s also great to know you appreciated our … Show more